No Injuries in Elk Grove Auto Accident on Highway 99
ELK GROVE, CA (January 17, 2022) – Sunday night, Milan Duong survived a hit-and-run crash on Highway 99.
According to reports, the crash involving a Hyundai Tucson and a minivan happened at about 5:13 p.m. Moreover, it occurred on Highway 99 near Elk Grove.
As the Hyundai traveled at a high rate of speed, it spun out and hit the minivan. As a result, the minivan crashed and caught fire with Milan Duong still inside.
Luckily, someone came to help her after the incident.
“He told me to run because the car’s on fire. When I turn around, the car is really on fire,” Milang Duong added.
She managed to get out of the minivan without injuries despite smoke filling the inside of the car.
“I’m lucky (that) I’m really still alive. I was lucky, but I’m glad I’m OK,” Duong said.
Meanwhile, the authorities described the Hyundai driver as a male. Apparently, the Hyundai crashed and overturned but the driver managed to escape from the scene.
The authorities continue to look for the hit-and-run driver.
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Moreover, driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
Moving Forward in a Elk Grove Accident
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an auto accident.
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that Elk Grove accident cases may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you have been involved in a dangerous auto accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional.